March Edition
In the spirit of being sustainable, economically efficient, and allowing instant access to the latest Vitality Employee Newsletter, we provide all issues in electronic format.
Everything Our Mothers Didn't Tell Us - A Feminist Menopause Workshop
Tuesday, March 10, at noon in the Stern Great Room: This will be a relaxed and joyful (yes!) workshop about perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause! RSVP by emailing schweigk@dickinson.edu
Nominations for the Distinguished Staff Award
Nominations for the Distinguished Staff Award can be submitted by any member of the college community, including faculty, staff, and students. Nominations are reviewed by the Staff Forum and are open through Friday, March 6.
Spring Into Fitness Challenge Registration
Recruit your teammates now to join in the fun that begins on Sunday, March 15, and runs through Saturday, April 25. The Challenge is open to the entire campus community!
Substance Misuse and the Drug Free Workplace | Tuesday, March 17 | 2-3 p.m.
Presented by Missy Stine, Ph.D., Executive Director of the Wellness Center. This employee workshop is designed to provide brief education on substance misuse and related problems. RSVP in EngageD.
Our Aging Parents: Thursday, March 19, at 10 a.m. & 4 p.m.
A Health Advocate Webinar: Gain advice for practical approaches to providing support, and strategies for balancing your own well‑being while caring for a loved one.
Workday Updates Effective March 14
Information can be found in the newly created Workday Release webpage. You’ll find a redesigned Global Navigation that replaces the slide‑out menu with a pinned sidebar that stays visible as you move through Workday.
Estate Planning | Monday, March 23, at noon (virtual)
Sign up for this session with local Wealth Advisors from the Members 1st Investment Services & Wealth Management team to learn the basics of Estate Planning. RSVP in EngageD to obtain the Zoom link.
Breakfast with the Dietitian | Wednesday, March 25 | 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Breakfast with the Dietitian is a welcoming, interactive session where employees are encouraged to bring their nutrition questions--big or small--and talk directly with our campus registered dietitian. RSVP in EngageD.
2026 National Student Employment Week
Dickinson will celebrate National Student Employment Week from April 13 through April 17. Dickinson will honor all nominees and present the Student Employee of the Year and Supervisor of the Year Awards. Join the celebration on April 14, at noon.
Become a Leadership Cumberland Fellow
Each year, Dickinson proudly sponsors a fellowship and is pleased to once again extend this professional development opportunity to interested faculty and staff. The application deadline is April 17.
Join Our Campus Support Agriculture (CSA) Program
Enjoy our fresh produce by joining our CSA! Our harvest season runs from May 18 until November 24, with over 80 distinct varieties of vegetables, fruits, and herbs.
YMCA360 Digital Experience for Employees
Thanks to a partnership with the Carlisle Family YMCA, all full- and part-time faculty and staff have access to YMCA360—a virtual platform offering a variety of wellness classes to support your health journey. New employees are added regularly.
Special Programs & Announcements
- Women's History & Gender Month | events posted in EngageD
- Discounted Hersheypark Ticket Sale: $42.95 per ticket, full payment due Friday, March 13. Contact hrservices@dickinson.edu for more information or place your order.
- College Farm CSA
- 20% Discount on Carlisle YMCA Membership
- YMCA360
Professional Development
- College Prep for Parents | Thursdays, April 16 and 23 | noon - 1 p.m. | McCauley Room, Old West
- Become a Leadership Cumberland Fellow | Application Deadline: April 17
- Trout Gallery Events and Lunch & Learns
- Career Development Conference Fund
- Tech Transformation
- Workday Training Resources
- Tech News
Wellness@Dickinson
- Beyond the Plate - Alera Group's March Newsletter
- Everything Our Mothers Didn't Tell Us: A Feminist Menopause Workshop | Tuesday, March 10 | noon - 2:30 p.m. | Stern Great Hall | RSVP with Katie Schweighofer, Women's & Gender Resource Center
- Our Aging Parents - A Health Advocate Webinar | Thursday, March 19 at 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
- Breakfast with the Dietitian | Wednesday, March 25 at 7:30 a.m. in the HUB Lower Level Conf. Room
- Spring Into Fitness Challenge | Sunday, March 15, through Saturday, April 25
Financial Wellness
- TIAA Consultations | Thursday, March 5
- TIAA Webinar: Your Guide to Living Well in Retirement | Wednesday, March 11, at 11 a.m.
- TIAA Webinar: Understanding Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) | Thursday, March 26, at noon
- Estate Planning with Members 1st Investment Services & Wealth Advisors | Monday, March 23, at noon
- Budgeting and Saving for the Future with Members 1st FCU | Monday, April 13, at 2 p.m.
- Roadmap to Medicare with HTA | Tuesday, April 28, at noon
- Fidelity Webinars
- TIAA Financial Webinars
- Medicare Resources
- Fidelity Investments - Medicare Explained Podcast
Fitness Schedule
Classes can be found in EngageD via the Gateway by searching for key words (cardio, Pilates, Zumba), by selecting the Group Fitness category, or click on the links below. Be sure to RSVP for each session you plan to attend.
Mondays
- Pilates | 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
- Gentle Yoga | noon - 1 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
- Water Aerobics | 5-6 p.m. | Kline Center Pool
Tuesdays
- Cardio Fusion | noon-1 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
- Zumba | 5-6 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
Wednesdays
- Pilates | 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
- Full Body Circuits | noon - 1 p.m. | Kline Functional Fitness Center
- Sports Yoga | 4:45-5:45 p.m. | Memorial Hall, Old West
Thursdays
- Camp Cardio | noon - 1 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
Fridays
- Zumba | 5-6 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio
- DEW Power Yoga | noon - 1 p.m. | HUB Dance Studio (Starting March 20)